As has been reported, Memphis sophomore star Will Barton, the reigning Conference USA Player of the Year, is foregoing the final two years of his college eligibility and entering his name in the NBA draft.

Barton has plans to sign with an agent soon and begin working out for NBA general managers.

It was an emotional decision for Barton, who fell as deeply in love with Memphis as the city did with him.

Despite his departure, both Barton and Memphis head coach Josh Pastner expect Barton's younger brother Antonio to stay at Memphis.

Click on the links below to hear complete interviews with Barton and with Coach Josh Pastner.